New Zealand · for applicants from Nigeria
For people who want to be self-employed in their own business in New Zealand, or buy an existing one. A work visa first (start/run the business), with a pathway to the Entrepreneur Resident Visa after operating successfully. Requires a capital investment (excluding working capital), a viable business plan, and relevant experience.
Rules last verified: 22 June 2026 · by Elizabeth O
Embassy processing
Varies
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£4,500
≈ ₦8,230,500
Business not viable / no benefit to NZ
Plan not credible or insufficient benefit (jobs/exports/innovation).
Fix: Build a viable plan with clear NZ benefit and realistic finances.
Capital or source not evidenced
Capital insufficient or source unclear.
Fix: Document at least the required capital and its lawful source.
Required
Valid passport
When: "all"
Detailed business plan
When: "all"
Evidence of capital & lawful source
When: "all"
Evidence of business experience
When: "all"
English test (IELTS 4)
When: "unless exempt"
Medical & police certificates
When: "all"
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
Varies
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
Entrepreneur Work Visa
£4,500
₦8,230,500
Total government fees
~£4,500
≈ ₦8,230,500
Proof of funds (must hold, not pay)
Capital investment (excl. working capital)
£100,000
₦182,900,000
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1829 NGN · 2026-08-03. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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